Kareena Kapoor Khan knows how to throw a party with style. And this time, football legend Lionel Messi inspired the celebrations! On Tuesday, the actress gave fans a sneak peek of her son Taimur Ali Khan’s 9th birthday, which went full Messi mode.
Taking to Instagram Stories, Kareena shared pictures of the blue-and-white balloon decor including a balloon proudly displaying “Messi 10” and another wishing “Happy Birthday Tim.”
Clearly, Messi’s magic rubbed off on Taimur’s big day!
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A football-themed extravaganza
The birthday setup was all about football vibes. White and blue balloons filled the room. They evoked Messi’s iconic FC Barcelona colors.
From tiny football props to Messi-inspired touches, the decor paid homage to the football star’s No. 10 jersey.
When Kareena and Taimur met Messi in Mumbai
The Messi connection isn’t just about the balloons. A few weeks ago, the Argentine superstar visited Mumbai for his G.O.A.T. Tour, and Kareena didn’t miss the chance to meet him with her kids, Taimur and younger son Jehangir.
Sharing a glimpse of the excitement on social media, Kareena looked effortlessly chic in a khaki outfit while Taimur wore a Messi jersey and Jeh sported one saying “Argentina.”
A birthday tradition of fun
Taimur’s birthdays have always been something to watch. Last year, Kareena and Saif Ali Khan organised a sports-themed celebration where kids enjoyed games at a playground.
The little athletes including Taimur, Jeh, and friends like Karan Johar’s son Yash, had a blast, and the videos quickly went viral. This year, the Messi-inspired theme continued the sporty, fun-filled tradition.